Akna Dwitiya - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Akna Dwitiya is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 40.8 km from Howrah. Singti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akna Dwitiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akna Dwitiya is 332513. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.37 hectares and falls under the 711226 pincode. Haora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Akna Dwitiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akna Dwitiya
As per Census 2011, Akna Dwitiya village has a total population of 851 people, consisting of 452 males and 399 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 694 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akna Dwitiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 851 | 452 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 390 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 62 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Akna Dwitiya
Akna Dwitiya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Akna Dwitiya
Akna Dwitiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Akna Dwitiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haora to Akna Dwitiya is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Akna Dwitiya is about 40.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akna Dwitiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akna Dwitiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akna Dwitiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akna Dwitiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Akna Dwitiya
Where is Akna Dwitiya located?
Akna Dwitiya village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akna Dwitiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Akna Dwitiya is Singti.
What is the pincode of Akna Dwitiya?
The pincode of Akna Dwitiya is 711226.
What is the population of Akna Dwitiya?
Akna Dwitiya has a total population of 851, including 452 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Akna Dwitiya?
There are 208 households in Akna Dwitiya.
What is the literacy rate in Akna Dwitiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akna Dwitiya is 81.55%. Male literacy is 86.28% and female literacy is 76.19%.